HUMMINBIRD OWNERS

No. Humminbird technology is not going away. Humminbird is becoming Humminbird Imaging™, the sonar and imaging technology that powers Minn Kota fish finders and integrated navigation products. The innovation, performance, and expertise anglers trust from Humminbird remain a core part of the Minn Kota fishing system. 

For decades, Minn Kota and Humminbird products have been designed to work together. Bringing the technologies together under one lead brand creates a simpler, more seamless fishing experience and helps anglers spend less time managing their technology and more time fishing. 

No. This change does not impact the performance of Humminbird products you already own. Current Humminbird products will continue to be supported and compatible within their published product requirements. And the best news? If you own a Humminbird XPLORE, APEX, or SOLIX G3, you will receive the new features available on Minn Kota fish finders by simply updating your software. Software updates also will be available for MEGA Live 2. When you update software for any of the fish finders listed above, your MEGA Live 2 unit will update, as well. Both MEGA Live 2 and MEGA 360 will continue to be compatible with the Minn Kota system. Visit this page for more information about updating your software.

Yes. Humminbird owners will continue to have access to customer support and the dealer network. Support details will continue to be provided through our Help Center. Technical and Repair Support will continue to be provided by our team of technicians and support personnel at our Eufaula, AL facility.

The change itself does not impact how your current products operate. Continue to follow the software, mapping, and compatibility guidance published for your specific model. Your Humminbird XPLORE, APEX, and SOLIX G3 models will be eligible for new Minn Kota fish finder software updates. 

Humminbird Imaging is the trusted sonar and imaging technology integrated into Minn Kota fish finders. It delivers the clarity, detail, and fish-finding performance anglers have come to expect from Humminbird. Simply put, Humminbird Imaging seamlessly integrates what your Minn Kota fish finder sees with what your Minn Kota trolling motor does.

Yes. New Minn Kota fish finders and navigation are powered by Humminbird Imaging, the sonar and imaging built on Humminbird’s industry-leading performance, clarity, and detail.

Yes. Minn Kota is dedicated to continuing to deliver solutions that help anglers enjoy their time on the water. Humminbird Imaging remains central to the new Minn Kota fishing system, enabling us to bring sonar, imaging, mapping, navigation, trolling motors, and shallow water anchors together within an integrated system.

You do not have to give up the technology you trust. Humminbird's sonar and imaging expertise continues as Humminbird Imaging within the new Minn Kota platform, enabling a more integrated fishing system. 
 

For decades, Minn Kota and Humminbird have been designed to work as one, and now, they’re together as one brand in one integrated fishing system. The New Minn Kota makes things simpler, so anglers can get back to the fun of fishing without getting lost in the complexity of their gear. 

Compatibility varies by product and configuration. Some new Minn Kota fish finder configurations are designed to work with compatible transducers from select Humminbird models. Check the compatibility information for your exact models before purchasing or connecting equipment. 

The new integrated system creates a more connected, intuitive fishing experience that allows anglers to focus on fishing by limiting gear complexity. In addition, the new software updates, available to XPLORE, APEX, and Solix G3 owners, unlock innovative navigation features such as Draw & Navigate and Intelligent Depth Control; learn more here. MEGA Live 2 software updates further improve overall performance and allow for more than one MEGA Live 2 transducer to be used at the same time without experiencing interference. 

No. Humminbird continues as Humminbird ImagingTM, identifying the sonar and imaging technology that powers Minn Kota’s integrated fishing system. Humminbird may also continue to appear on specific products and communications during the portfolio transition. You may even see the bird from time to time. 

The mapping expertise anglers know from LakeMaster and CoastMaster continues within the new Minn Kota Maps. Our maps will help you understand the water, plan smarter, navigate confidently and stay on the fish. However, LakeMaster and CoastMaster maps will continue to be offered for existing regions. 

Existing product warranties remain in place and are governed by the terms provided with the product. Owners should retain proof of purchase and use official support channels for model-specific warranty questions. 

Yes. Service availability can vary by model and product age, and our factory in Alabama is the only authorized service center for Humminbird products in the U.S. For more information on how to get your current Humminbird product repaired, visit our US Service Center page.

Yes. “Powered by Humminbird Imaging™” is intended to make the technology relationship clear. It signals that the sonar and imaging performance associated with Humminbird continues inside select Minn Kota fish finders.

The One-Boat Network app will be replaced by the Minn Kota Fishing App. If you have the One-Boat Network app, you’ll be prompted to update it to the Minn Kota Fishing App which will allow you to take advantage of new features, yet your settings will remain the same. You will have the option of not updating your app. If you have a current account, you will not be required to set up a new account. Learn more about the new Minn Kota Fishing App.